2.5 miles from Deadwood on US Hwy 85

Mt. Roosevelt is home to the “Friendship Tower” monument, created by Seth Bullock in memory of the friendship he had with President Theodore Roosevelt.

After a short hike up to the tower, visitors are able to take in the sights of the beautiful Black Hills.

To get to Mt. Roosevelt from Deadwood, take US Hwy 85 north for 1.5 miles, then turn west on FSR 133. There are five picnic sites and a bathroom located in the picnic area.

The hike to the Friendship Tower and overlook is less than one mile from the trail head, but moderately uphill.